Erica Sylvia Mitchell, LCSW, LCSW, LCSW, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Erica Sylvia!

I am Erica. I am an EMDR Trauma & Stress and CBT-I therapist dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally humble therapy for adults navigating PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, insomnia, life transitions, and grief. Together, we will build a partnership to help you reclaim your peace and vitality.

My focus

I work with adults who are tired of feeling stuck. If your body is storing pain, you are questioning your relationships or purpose, or a harsh inner critic is holding you back, I am here to help. I use gentle, evidence-based interventions to help you build distress tolerance, quiet the noise, and sensitively nudge your innate courage for growth.

My approach

I utilize an integrative approach by combining specialized therapies like EMDR, Brainspotting, and CBT-I with somatic practices and parts work, and we address symptoms in both the mind and body. Our virtual sessions serve as a safe, structured container where your whole person- mind, body, and spirit is welcomed and supported.

My communication style

My style is empowering, collaborative, and deeply compassionate. I believe it is a privilege to hold space for all your parts of self. In our sessions, we will explore the patterns, beliefs, and trauma responses that may be keeping you stuck, while actively highlighting your existing strengths, resources, and capacity.

My journey to mental healthcare

My own journey taught me that change requires immense courage and clarity. This personal and professional evolution fueled my passion to be an empathic witness for others. I am here to help you hold and process pain, access your innate wisdom, and safely reauthor your life story on your own terms.

My goals for you

Healing is not linear, and neither is goal setting. We begin with a collaborative initial assessment to define what relief and growth look like for you. We weave these goals into every session and regularly pause to review, celebrate your progress, and adjust the roadmap as your needs evolve.

Our first session

Our first session is a low-pressure space to connect. We will discuss what brings you to therapy, explore your goals, and complete an initial biopsychosocial assessment. We will determine if we are a good fit for one another and collaborate on a sustainable plan for your therapy journey.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx, Caucasian or White
Interfaith

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Brainspotting

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Narrative

Schema Therapy

Trauma Focused

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Cancer

LGBTQIA+

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Sex-Positive/Kink

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Child Welfare from California State University, Hayward.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Erica Sylvia Mitchell